Vaesen - Nordic Horror Roleplaying (Core Rulebook)

Uncover the hidden horrors of the Mythic North.

In the shadows of pine forests and ancient fjords, something stirs. Vaesen - Nordic Horror Roleplaying invites you into a world steeped in Scandinavian folklore, where the creatures of myth are real... and they’re not happy.

In this award-winning TTRPG by Free League Publishing, players take on the roles of investigators gifted with the Sight, able to perceive vaesen - supernatural beings that haunt the land. Explore the 19th-century Mythic North, solve eerie mysteries, and face terrifying creatures inspired by Nordic legends.

This beautifully illustrated full-color hardcover core rulebook contains everything you need to start your journey into folkloric horror, including character creation rules, creature lore, investigation mechanics, and a complete setting filled with mood, mystery, and melancholy.

Highlights:

- Rules powered by the acclaimed Year Zero Engine

- Richly atmospheric setting inspired by real Nordic folklore

- Character options, organizations, and tools for building campaigns

- Stunning art by Johan Egerkrans

- Includes a full introductory mystery: The Dance of Dreams